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HomeMy WebLinkAboutP&Z Minutes 2007-03-01 Regular[ [ I l I j MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIENDSWOOD PLANNING AND ZONING COM MISSION HELD THURSDAY, MARCH 1, 2007, AT 6:00 PM IN THE CITY HALL 2ND FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM, LOCATED AT 910 S. FRIENDSWOOD DRIVE, FRIENDSWOOD, TEXAS 1.Call to order The meeting was called to order at 6:05 pm with the following present: Chairman Jim Gibson Commissioner Robert Bertrand Commissioner Roy Klusendorf Conunissioner Marcus Rives Commissioner Sherry Weesner Staff Planner Diana Steelquist Development Coordinator Mona Miller Council Liaison Jim Hill Interim Dir. of Community Dev. Frank Manigold 2.Communication from the public/committee liaisons. Michael Harris spoke regarding the sidewalks in Terra Bella Subdivision. He referred to a letter to the Planning and Zoning Commission from the City Engineer. He explained that they feel that sidewalks right along the curb would be a safety hazard. This sidewalk would also hinder drainage outfall. In addition, past Cortona Lane, there is a very steep drop off in grade and would be very difficult to build a sidewalk on. Mr. Harris stated that the sidewalk would go to nowhere. He asked that the Planning and Zoning Commission follow the City Engineer's recommendation. Commissioner Weesner entered at 6:07 pm. Chairman Gibson explained that the Commission could not discuss this item with Mr. Harris because the item is not on the agenda. He stated that the item would have to be posted on a later agenda for discussion and possible action. 3.Consent Agenda: a.Approval of Minutes for the January 25, 2007 retreat b.Approval of Minutes for the February 15, 2007 regular meeting c.Approval of Minutes for the February 19, 2007 special meeting Motion: Bertrand-to approve the minutes as submitted Second: Weesner Voted For: Unanimous Motion Carried 4.Consideration and possible action regarding amending the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Friendswood, Appendix C, removing height restrictions for General Planned Unit Developments and Planned Unit Developments -Mixed Use. Motion: Bertrand -to approve Second: Rives Voted For: Unanimous Motion Carried 5.Consideration and possible action regarding amending the Subdivision Ordinance of the Page 1 of 3 3/1/07 Planning & Zoning City of Friendswood, Appendix B, by adding definitions of blocks, sidewalks, public streets and changing cul-de-sac lengths and block lengths. Motion: Weesner-to approve Second: Bertrand Ms. Steelquist explained that they had previously recommended 800' cul-de-sac lengths. The 800' length was proposed at the Public Hearing; however, it was later changed to 750' due to fire code recommendations. Amended Motion: Bertrand -to approve 750' cul-de-sac length and other amendments as presented Second: Weesner Voted For: Unanimous Motion Carried 6.Consideration and possible action regarding amending a Specific Use Permit-Planned Unit Development (Ordinance No. 2006-28) for property located at 301 Laurel, Lot 20 of the Harvey & Stout Subdivision, Galveston County, Texas, adding an additional building to site plan. Motion: Weesner-to approve Second: Rives· Voted For: Unanimous Motion Carried 7.Consideration and possible action regarding Committee Assignments Chairman Gibson asked Commissioner Rives if he would like to be removed from the Comprehensive Plan Committee in light of his recent application for City Council. Commissioner Rives said yes, he would like to be removed. Chairman Gibson stated that he has asked Commissioner Holland to look at the Zoning Ordinance and point out those sections that need to be reviewed. 8.Consideration and possible action regarding the March 15, 2007 meeting The Commission decided to reschedule the March 15 th meeting to March 22 nd due to several Commissioners being out of town for the Spring Break holiday. 9.Communications from the Commission. Commissioner Bertrand reported his attendance at the CAB meeting. He explained that members of that board asked about the storage property on FM 528, near the city limits and the recent addition to the Shell Station at FM 518 and FM 2351. He assured them that those buildings were built in accordance to current codes. Members of the board expressed their dislike for the exterior of those two structures. Commissioner Weesner stated that she attended a Livable Houston Meeting regarding a City of Houston general plan or comprehensive plan. She explained that this group is creating a vision and the first portions of a comprehensive plan. In addition, she relayed Page 2 of 3 3/1/07 Planning & Zoning some future statistical data for the Houston area from the meeting. Mr. Manigold informed the Commissioner that Ms. Steelquist had accepted another job and would be leaving the City of Friendswood. Commissioner Bertrand praised Ms. Steelquist for her work with the City and the Commission. He applauded all of her efforts over the years. The other Commissioners agreed with Commissioner.Bertrand's comments. Ms. Steelquist thanked the Conunissioners and City Council for their continued efforts and volunteerism. She stated that it has been a real pleasure working with everyone. 10.Reports a.Council Liaison b.Staff Ms. Steelquist reminded the Conunissioners of the Joint Public Hearing on Monday, March 5 th at 7 pm. She also informed them of another Joint Public Hearing on March 19 th for four zone change requests near Sunmeadow Subdivision. Ms. Steelquist added that the developers are hoping to have the Terra Bella subdivision on for City Council acceptance on March 19 th . 11.Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 6:23 pm. These minutes respectfully submitted by: CCh�� Development Coordinator Page 3 of 3 3/1/07 Planning & Zoning